Dacia is developing a third-generation Spring electric vehicle that will abandon its Chinese platform and design in favor of a new architecture, according to local media reports. The brand plans to replace the current Chinese-sourced framework to better align the budget EV with European market standards and design preferences.
Why Dacia is parting ways with Chinese architecture
The current Dacia Spring relies on a platform and design sourced from China, a partnership that allowed the company to launch an affordable electric city car rapidly. However, according to local media reports, the third generation will see Dacia “part ways with China.”
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This shift indicates a move toward internal development or the use of platforms within the wider Renault Group. By moving away from the Chinese-built foundation, Dacia aims to gain more control over the vehicle’s engineering and technical specifications, reducing reliance on external partners for its entry-level EV.
Changes to the Spring’s design and engineering
The upcoming model will feature a complete visual overhaul. Reports indicate the new version will move away from the specific aesthetic markers of the current iteration—described metaphorically as “removing the horns”—to implement a more modernized and distinct design language.
While the source does not provide specific battery capacities or motor outputs, the transition to a new platform typically allows for improvements in:
- Component Integration: Better synchronization between software and hardware.
- Manufacturing Efficiency: Potential for more localized production within Europe.
- Safety and Compliance: Easier alignment with evolving European automotive regulations.
The primary objective remains the preservation of the Spring’s core value proposition: providing the most accessible electric vehicle on the market without sacrificing essential urban utility.
